Wayne County, New York Property Taxes
Census Bureau ACS property tax data for New York. Population: 30,531.
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $4,168, which is 11% lower than the New York state average and 117% above the national average. The effective tax rate is 2.55% on a median home value of $163,400. Property taxes represent 5.6% of the median household income in this county.
Median Annual Tax
$4,168
-11% vs State
+117% vs US
Median Home Value
$163,400
-39% vs State
-23% vs US
Effective Tax Rate
2.55%
+24% vs State
+168% vs US
With vs Without Mortgage
With Mortgage
$4,428
$369/mo
Without Mortgage
$3,580
$298/mo
Homeowners with a mortgage typically own higher-valued properties, which can result in higher tax bills.
Property Tax History
| Year | Median Tax | Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,168 +4.2% | 2.55% |
| 2022 | $3,999 +7.1% | 2.63% |
| 2021 | $3,735 +4.4% | 2.77% |
| 2020 | $3,578 -0.9% | 2.75% |
| 2019 | $3,612 | 2.92% |
Tax Burden
Tax-to-Income Ratio
5.6%
of median household income
Median Income
$73,914
per year
Monthly Tax
$347
per month
Other Counties in New York
Seneca County
Tax: $3,267/yr Rate: 2.29%
Delaware County
Tax: $3,059/yr Rate: 1.74%
Cattaraugus County
Tax: $2,946/yr Rate: 2.69%
Genesee County
Tax: $3,958/yr Rate: 2.51%
Chautauqua County
Tax: $2,846/yr Rate: 2.39%
Tompkins County
Tax: $6,374/yr Rate: 2.35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average property tax in Wayne County, New York? ▼
The median annual property tax in Wayne County is $4,168 based on the most recent Census Bureau American Community Survey data. The effective tax rate is 2.55% on a median home value of $163,400.
How does Wayne County property tax compare to the national average? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County are 117% above the national average of $1,923. The effective rate of 2.55% compares to 0.95% nationally.
Does having a mortgage affect property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
In Wayne County, homeowners with a mortgage pay a median of $4,428 in annual property taxes, while homeowners without a mortgage pay $3,580. This difference often reflects the value of homes rather than different tax rates.
What percentage of income goes to property taxes in Wayne County? ▼
Property taxes in Wayne County represent approximately 5.6% of the median household income of $73,914. The national benchmark is generally 2-4% of household income.
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Data source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Property tax data reflects median amounts paid by homeowners. Effective rates are calculated as median tax divided by median home value.